Tree Top Hospital has reached a medical milestone by performing its first life-saving AICD implant on a British tourist in emergency cardiac care. The successful procedure marks an important advancement in the hospital's cardiac treatment capabilities.

Tree Top Hospital's prompt response enabled the swift acquisition of the specialized AICD device, significantly reducing the guests waiting time and allowing the procedure to proceed without further delays. This efficiency reflects the hospital’s streamlined processes and dedication to prompt guest care. Additionally, the hospital efficiently coordinated with specialist doctors to organize the treatment and carry out all necessary steps in-house.

The procedure was a collaborative effort between skilled medical professionals. Dr. Amit Agarwal, Head of Cardiology at Tree Top Hospital, played a crucial role in diagnosing the patient, planning the procedure, and ensuring smooth coordination, with an impressive record of performing various milestone cardiac procedures at the hospital. Leading the procedure was Dr. Miqdhaadh Shareef, a renowned cardiology specialist from the Maldives, whose expertise was instrumental in the successful outcome. The procedure was expertly performed with their combined efforts.

This wonderful achievement reflects the hospital’s strong commitment to delivering exceptional heart care through the most advanced technology available.

Dr. Amit Agarwal emphasized that these cases typically present with sudden cardiac death, and very few patients survive long enough to reach the hospital—especially when coming from a remote island. Given these challenges, this life-saving procedure was performed in an extremely limited timeframe

Dr. Miqdhaadh Shareef further explained, "The patient had life-threatening arrhythmias, needing constant monitoring and repeated shocks before AICD implantation. Now, the device automatically corrects abnormal rhythms, allowing him to resume daily activities safely."

Celebrating the team's accomplishment, Treetop Hospital’s CEO, Dr. Srivatsan Sridhar G, remarked, “The AICD (Automated Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillator) implantation is a vital procedure to prevent sudden cardiac death, and this successful case highlights our steadfast dedication to providing exceptional healthcare. With this milestone, patients in our region suffering from life-threatening cardiac arrhythmias can now access advanced, timely treatment close to home—no longer needing to travel abroad for expert care”

What is an AICD

The Automatic Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillator, or AICD, represents a significant advancement in managing life-threatening heart rhythm disturbances. This sophisticated electronic device, once implanted, continuously monitors the guest's heart, offering a range of crucial functions – from pacing to delivering life-saving shocks, effectively guarding against sudden cardiac death. Importantly, today's AICDs are proactive; they can often correct rhythm irregularities before the guest even experiences symptoms. Furthermore, their ability to communicate remotely with the cardiologist allows for timely intervention based on detected disturbances, preventing potential crises

Tree Top Hospital has further solidified its position as a top healthcare provider in the Maldives. By offering more services, using advanced technology, and working with skilled doctors, the hospital ensures high-quality andefficient care for the country.

For more information on Tree Top Hospital’s services, call 3351610 or email to care@treetophospital.com